Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the given content. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The company is optimistic about future performance growth. In the first half of 2025, its revenue increased by 21.28%, mainly driven by the strong demand in the robot industry. The company expects future orders to maintain a good growth trend, and the traditional industrial IoT business has started cooperation with some large customers. Although the general automation business has declined slightly, it is expected to recover as the economy stabilizes [24]. - The company is expanding its product portfolio in the humanoid robot direction, with core products such as frameless torque motors. It has formed batch cooperation with multiple domestic leading customers and is also expanding overseas markets. The related businesses of humanoid robots and collaborative robots have grown by over 100% year - on - year in the first half of 2025 [24][25]. - The company's new generation of frameless torque products have been optimized and upgraded in multiple aspects, offering higher cost - effectiveness. The omnidirectional steering wheel has product advantages and is expected to significantly increase the company's sales and value [26][27]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1. Research Basic Situation - Research object: Stepko Co., Ltd. - Industry: Special equipment - Reception time: August 29, 2025 - Reception personnel: Chairman and General Manager Tang Dong, Director, Deputy General Manager and Financial Controller Wang Shiquan, Board Secretary Liu Yun, and Securities Affairs Representative Shao Kaizhen [16] 3.2. Detailed Research Institutions - Securities companies: Guosheng Securities, China Merchants Securities Co., Ltd., Everbright Securities Co., Ltd., Orient Fortune Securities Co., Ltd., Zhongtai Securities Co., Ltd., etc. - Asset management companies: Zhejiang Zheshang Securities, Ningbo Qianhong Jiusheng, etc. - Investment companies: Shanghai Guiyuan Investment, Beijing Lianjin Juxin, etc. - Other types: including foreign banks, research institutes, and other institutions [17][18][19] 3.3. Main Content Information - **Business Performance and Growth Drivers**: In the first half of 2025, the company's revenue increased by 21.28%, mainly due to the strong demand in the robot industry. The collaborative and industrial robot segments, which had a small base before, have significant growth this year, and future orders are expected to keep growing. The traditional industrial IoT business has started cooperation with large customers, while the general automation business has declined slightly but is expected to recover [24]. - **Product Layout in Humanoid Robots**: The company is expanding its product categories in the humanoid robot direction, with the core product being frameless torque motors. It also has layouts in hollow drives, planetary reducers, etc., and will provide assembly services for overall joint modules in the future. It has formed batch cooperation with domestic leading customers and is also collaborating with module customers [24]. - **Advantages of New - Generation Frameless Torque Products**: The new - generation products have optimized and upgraded in multiple aspects, including a complete large - hollow specification product line, improved torque density, and process improvements that enhance automation manufacturing capabilities and cost - control [26]. - **Advantages of Omnidirectional Steering Wheels**: The omnidirectional steering wheel is an innovative product for humanoid robot chassis, with a modular design. It allows customers to freely combine walking and rotating wheels, and is expected to significantly increase the company's sales and value [26]. - **Business Outlook**: The company expects its annual performance to grow. It is developing new joint module motors, advancing an internationalization strategy, and is optimistic about long - term growth driven by robot technology and internationalization [27]

Investment Rating - Industry Rating: Recommended [5] Core Viewpoints - The humanoid robot industry is expected to accelerate towards mass production due to breakthroughs in AI technology and domestic companies' strong demand for core component localization, presenting significant market opportunities [1][14] - The new energy vehicle sector is experiencing stable growth, with several companies reporting increased delivery volumes, driven by the maturation of solid-state battery technology and supportive policies [2][18] - The photovoltaic industry is seeing improved supply-side expectations, with measures to address overcapacity being anticipated, which could lead to a positive marginal change in the industry [3][26] Summary by Sections Humanoid Robots - The launch of the fourth-generation frameless torque motor and hollow driver by the company is expected to enhance the performance and reliability of humanoid robots, with strong domestic demand for localization of core components [1][13] - The entry of major tech companies into the humanoid robot market is expected to accelerate industrialization, with significant opportunities for component suppliers [14][15] New Energy Vehicles - In June 2025, several new energy vehicle manufacturers reported stable month-on-month delivery volumes, with companies like NIO and Xpeng showing growth, while others like Li Auto experienced declines [2][17] - The introduction of new technologies such as solid-state batteries is expected to enhance vehicle performance and reduce costs, contributing to the overall growth of the new energy vehicle market [18][19] Photovoltaic Industry - The photovoltaic sector is addressing overcapacity issues, with government and industry discussions focusing on improving product quality and reducing low-price competition [25][26] - Companies involved in silicon material production and high-efficiency battery technologies are expected to benefit from upcoming supply-side adjustments and cost reductions [3][26][32] - The anticipated reduction in glass production by 30% is expected to alleviate inventory and pricing pressures in the photovoltaic glass market [3][26] Wind Power - The offshore wind power sector is recognized as a key component of marine economic development, with significant growth potential due to advancements in technology and cost reductions [4][28] - The industry is expected to benefit from a stable demand for wind power generation, with ongoing projects and technological improvements enhancing the overall efficiency of wind energy production [28][44]